Supranational Organizations
Definition
Supranational organizations are international institutions that have authority over member states, making decisions that affect all members. They often have the power to create and enforce laws, regulations, and policies.
Analogy
Think of supranational organizations as a group project in school. Each member state is like a student in the group, and the organization is the teacher who has the final say on what needs to be done and how it should be done.
Related terms
European Union (EU): A supranational organization consisting of 27 European countries that work together on economic, political, and social issues.
United Nations (UN): An international organization composed of almost all countries in the world, aiming to promote peace, security, and cooperation among nations.
African Union (AU): A supranational organization made up of 55 African countries with a focus on promoting unity, development, and democracy across the continent.
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- What is the main purpose of Supranational Organizations?
- What is the key difference between International Organizations and Supranational Organizations?
- Which type of governments are often bothered by the exercise of power by international and supranational organizations?
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